This event is for all ages and abilities, whether you're in it to win or out for a fun Sunday morning walk. Come out and take a step to help kids in Grand Junction by participating in the 2.5K, 5K, or 10k distance. *The really littles, 4 & under, can participate in the free Hatchling Hustle!
The 2027 run/walk will take place on April 18th at Las Colonias Park, 1461 Riverfront Drive, Grand Junction, CO 81501.
We are excited to be partnering with the D51 Foundation. They are a great addition that will help us promote and grow the fun run. Thank you D51Foundation for the work you do to help kids and schools in our community.
Proceeds benefit Elevate Kids, a non-profit organization that is raising money to support local school P.E. programs including D51 schools, Kids Aid Backpack Program, Girls on the Run and other local kid focused nonprofits. -- See charity information at https://elevatekids.org/donate/
Registration price increases on April 18th at late registration so don't delay, register today!
Thanks to the generous support of the D51 Foundation and Elevate Kids, we are able to offer over 150 full scholarships for this year's Fun Run." Click here to apply for this scholarship.
Scholarships applications are being taken October 1, 2026 - March 13, 2027.
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Registration fees
Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.
10K Individual
Price changes in 8 months 27 days-
Must be age 6 or older to register for the 10K
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Register for 10K Individual$39.44
Registration
Now registering Apr 16 – Apr 17 -
$44.79
Event Day Registration
Apr 18 – Apr 18
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5K Individual
Price changes in 8 months 27 days-
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Register for 5K Individual$34.09
Registration
Now registering Apr 16 – Apr 17 -
$39.44
Event Day Registration
Apr 18 – Apr 18
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2.5K Individual
Price changes in 8 months 27 days-
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Register for 2.5K Individual$28.74
Registration
Now registering Apr 16 – Apr 17 -
$34.09
Event Day Registration
Apr 18 – Apr 18
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Hatchling Hustle
For kids 4 & under, distance is approximate and may change slightly on event day.
Charity Bib
*This registration option has a $100 Minimum Donation/Fundraising requirement. This option includes a registration entry for the 2.5K, 5K or 10K. All fundraising dollars will be donated to your chosen school or team. *If you do not meet the minimum, your credit card will be charged on April 15th for any shortage.
Advance Packet Pickup
- Friday, April 16th
- 3:30-6:30 PM
- Mesa Fitness Grand Junction
700 Maldonado Street
Grand Junction, CO 81501
Race Day Schedule
- 7:00 AM Bib Pickup/Late Registration
- 8:30 AM 10K Start
- 8:40 AM 5K Start
- 8:50 AM 2.5K Start
- 9:50 AM Hatchling Hustle
- 10:00 AM Awards
NOTE: Shirts are not guaranteed to late registrants.
Awards
awards
Awards to the top 3 finishers in each age category. Awards ceremony at 10:00 a.m.
Age Categories
| 5 & Under (2.5k & 5k only) | 30-39 |
| 6 - 9 | 40-49 |
| 10 - 14 | 50-59 |
| 15-19 | 60-69 |
| 20-29 | 70+ |
Contact information
- Event contact
- HAL Sports (on behalf of Elevate Kids)
- Website
- Visit website
